Tag: under 21

Tonight sees the conclusion of group A as both countries hope to qualify for the semi finals.

Fate is very much in England’s hands at the Kielce Stadium as they currently top the group with 4 points after an opening game draw with Sweden was followed by a 2nd half come back to win 2-1 against Slovakia. The hosts on the other hand may have to rely on other results, but nonetheless they are still in with a chance of advancing after a late equalizer salvaged a point against Sweden.

Aidy Boothroyd has a big decision to make on whether to play Jacob Murphy or Mason Holgate at right back after the Norwich youngster impressed against Slovakia. They are expected to otherwise remain unchanged.

The White Eagles may well keep the same line up after making changes following defeat to Slovakia.
Sweden and Slovakia kick off at the same time (7.45pm GMT) and with all 4 countries vying for a Semi Final spot…. It is set to be a night of high drama.

Today sees the start of the under 21 European Championship. Hosted by Poland there are 12 teams in the competition that have been split into 3 groups of 4 teams. The top team and the best 2nd placed team will qualify for the Semi finals. The final takes place at the end of the month on Saturday the 30th in Krakow.

Group Stage Fixtures

Group A

16/6: Sweden v England 5pm (GMT) Poland v Slovakia 7.45pm (GMT)

19/6: Slovakia v England 5pm, Poland v Sweden 7.45pm

22/6: Sweden v Slovakia 7.45pm, Poland v England 7.45pm

Group B

17/6: Portugal v Serbia 5pm, Spain v Macedonia 7.45pm

20/6: Serbia v Macedonia 5pm, Spain v Portugal 7.45pm

23/6: Macedonia v Portugal 7.45pm, Serbia V Spain 7.45pm

Group C

18/6: Germany c Czech Rep 5pm, Denmark v Italy 7.45pm

21/6: Czech Rep v Italy 5pm, Denmark v Germany 7.45pm

24/6: Italy v Germany 7.45pm, Denmark v Czech Rep 7.45pm

The Semi finals will be played 27th of June with the final on 30th of June.